It didn't take long for me to realize how lucky I was to have Bella in our TA at St Mary's. Those four years were an immeasurable gift that I will never take for granted. Truly a remarkable person who spread so much joy into such a short time. Her positive light will continue to shine in the countless people whose lives she made better. I know it certainly will in mine.
Sending nothing but love to all of you.
Lynne, Seeing Bella these past few years across the street on her walks and bike rides just simply amazed me on how she tackled this tragic challenge , and just tried to find such joy in the everyday little things. I think she put a smile on everybody’s face that she came into contact with. Bella has always had that glow and curiosity about life, and all of its wonder. When I think of her, I always see her dancing around the kitchen islands in both of our houses. On 32nd Ave. and on 29th Ave. our children and their friends bring us all such Joy and understanding. We hold you, Chip and Milo so close to our hearts and hope the memories of your dear Bella and all the people that loved her and will still continue to love and honor her helps heal your hurting hearts. Xoxox
In her sadness today Ellie shared with me that her earliest understanding of what friendship could be was formed with Bella.
Sending you so much love tonight and always.
Patty and Sam.
Hi Lynne, Chip, and Milo- send you all love now. What a special time we got to have with Bella, and what a full time on this planet she had. I am always thinking about the ways she lived- with purpose, connection, depth. She brought me so much joy and such a beautiful friendship, and I am I know she is getting to enjoy ecstatic dance endlessly now.
I had the honor of learning with Bella at SMA as a religion teacher and the outdoor club advisor, and I am deeply grateful for the time I had with her hilarious, creative, life-force generating self. Being in the classroom and out in the woods with Bella were both heart-expanding experiences. Vibrating with joy is such a powerful way to think of Bella out there in the universe. All of my love to you.
Bella's aptly named vibrating joy is now firmly in my heart and bouncing out to your family. It feels like sound waves coming off a tuning fork getting bigger as they spread. Love the metaphor, and love you all. XOXOXO
Bella’s joy was, and is, so palpable. She just glowed with light and love. Our family was lucky to share in that light and love. We hold it closely and reflect it back to you. Bella is always in our hearts, as are you Lynne, Chip and Milo.